“We have a mind and its job is to think. The mind does its job very well. Yoga clearly states that we always have a choice. We do not have a choice with the kind of situations we face or the circumstances that stand before but we always have a choice on how we face them. We can feel good or bad about the same situation, it is totally up to us how we choose to behave.

If someone is rude to you or speaks badly about you, you need not feel hurt or react. If that person is unable to think good about you then it is his problem, not yours. Why do you feel hurt? Why can you not stop this? Why can we not train ourselves to only think and feel good at all times. It is 100% our decision to live each and every moment happily and meaningfully without any negative or harmful feelings or thoughts.

We do not put enough efforts, therefore in a bad situation, naturally we end up feeling hurt or bad about it. And similarly in a good situation, we naturally feel happy. We are intelligent people, therefore we can look back and understand that whenever we have been tensed or anxious about something, we have not contributed any value to the given situation but have instead ended up hurting our health, mentally and physically. Our pulse, heartbeat, breathing quickens. Our peace of mind and quietude is lost. In fact, each and every organ of our body is suffering during such time.

Therefore, naturally we should make an effort to understand why do I get hurt? The answer is because I thought negatively. Why did I think negatively? Because I expected something from the external world, from the people around me, which I should not.

When Lord Buddha was asked about the cause of all the pain and suffering, he answered in one word only – Desires. We suffer because we desire. If we can stop desiring, we can stop suffering. If we can just focus role and perform our duties, we can be happy and positive.

Another decision that we should take is that when we are performing our duties, our mind should be balanced. If I have to work, then I should work happily and not while holding a grudge.

We had a German student visiting us in the May of 1975. Due to the hot weather in India, he would walk around wearing skimpy clothing. I called him and asked him to cover his body. When he explained himself, I suggested he wear “Khadi”. He agreed and very happily decided to go to Khadi Bhandar, Churchgate to buy the same. When he returned in the evening, he was wearing a beautiful Kurta and Pyjama and looking very cute and happy. On my asking about his day, he narrated his experience saying that India is such a lovely place and Indians are so friendly. He shared how he walked to the station, how he was pushed into the train heading for Churchgate, how during the journey he answered all kinds of questions put up to him by the travellers and how on reaching his destination, he was again kindly pushed out. He was then directed to Khadi Bhandar by friendly strangers and assisted by the shopkeepers to buy all that he needed. He was even helped with his lunch. His return journey to the Institute was similar to his experience in the morning. His experience was so enjoyable that he didn’t realize how quickly his day had passed.

We had another visitor, this time from London, who again was wearing skimpy clothing due to the heat. The German student advised the Briton to visit Khadi Bhandar and buy some Khadi clothes. But within 2 ½ hours, the Briton was back, anger writ all over his face and body. On my asking about what could be bothering him, he shared that everything here was bothering him. He narrated how on his walk to the station, he saw the roads littered with garbage and how people were spitting blood, clearing mucous from his nose etc. I explained that Indians eat “Paan” and that they were not spitting blood. He further shared that the station was so crowded and that he got pushed around when he does not like getting touched at all. During the journey, strangers asked him his name and all kinds of personal questions. He didn’t like sharing any personal details with strangers.

See how different people react to the same situation. Therefore it completely depends on us how we accept situations. If we get bothered, then we take care to not hurt ourselves in the process and try not to repeat the same. If one has to travel by a local train on a daily basis then one has to learn to enjoy it else one will disturb one’s own mental and physical health. If we tend to have negative thoughts or feelings then it is we who are at fault and no one else.

Be it any situation or circumstances, we have to be positive and happy always. If not, then ideally we should just watch the world as an outsider. Observe the variety of people around you, every human is of a different kind, every face has its own expressions, it really is amazing how God has made such a variety of creatures. Observe and do not react. Accept situations as they are. Protect yourself if things are hurting you but nothing more than that.

It is very easy to get disturbed and react. Let’s make an effort to remain balanced at all times. It’s a question of taking a decision and sticking to it. I personally believe that everyone around is justified in their behaviour. Do not label someone’s behaviour as wrong. What someone did and what he should be doing – this kind of talk is incorrect. He is functioning according to his intelligence and his upbringing. He is not wrong. He is what he is. Do not expect him to be anything different from what he is. Accept him as he is. Enjoy him.

Negativity creates disease and Positivity cures disease. Make the choice to be happy and positive at all times. Life will not be a smooth ride, it will have its ups and downs but with the ups and downs, we do not have to experience ups and downs in our mind, we have to remain balanced.”

– Smt. Hansaji J. Yogendra

Satsang is an open meeting held every Sunday from 9:30 to 10:30 am at The Yoga Institute, Santacruz East, Mumbai. It involves an interesting presentation to the public, made by the students of the Teacher Training Course. Each week, a new presentation of a Yogic concept is made in a simple way through skits and decoration for the general public, followed by a short speech from our Gurus, Dr. Jayadeva and Smt. Hansaji Yogendra.

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PROGRAMME
Three Months Advanced Yoga Teachers’ Training Course (Three Months TTC) (English)
CONTENT
This is an advanced and comprehensive training programme. The course is quite intensive as students are expected to complete the

In addition, students have to attend the experiential learning sessions, read, study and prepare submissions and presentations, as required.

The Three Months TTC trains students to teach Yoga to all age groups, and in the management of various diseases. Highly trained teachers conduct this course.

On completion of full attendance and all other pre-requisites, an examination shall be conducted at the end of the course, after which successful students will be awarded a certificates of The Yoga Institute.

The Yoga Institute is recognised by the Government of India (Ministry of AYUSH – QCI) and is the first Yoga school to be accredited after the AYUSH -QCI scheme was launched.

This is RYT 500 hour course, fully accredited with the Yoga Alliance USA and the participant is eligible to apply on Yoga Alliance site as Register Yoga Teacher.

All lectures will be in English for the Three Month TTC and students are expected to be fluent in speaking reading and writing the language.

Our campus is managed like an ashram (hermitage) which inculcates discipline and promotes self-reliance. The food served is strictly vegetarian.

DURATION

3 Months

TIMINGS

6.30 a.m. to 8.00 p.m.

Holiday: all Sundays

PREREQUISITES

7 Days Health Camp – The 7 Days Health Camp is included within 3 Months TTC Course and begins on the first day of the above mentioned dates.

The Code of Conduct will have to be followed on acceptance as a student in the 3 Months TTC.

It is expected that an atmosphere of positivity and sincerity be maintained.

No prerequisite knowledge of Yoga is necessary, however it is encouraged that students come here with an open mind to learn Classical Yoga.

REGISTRATION

Registration has to be done 3 months prior for completion of visa formalities and other residential requirements.

Please proceed with filling up the online registration form, only if you agree to the Code of Conduct.

For making online payment kindly register on the link below. Within 24 hours after registering, you will receive an email containing the link to the payment portal. You can use the link to make the payment.

Event Details

PROGRAMME
Three Months Advanced Teachers’ Training Course (Three Months TTC) (English)
CONTENT
This is an advanced and comprehensive training programme. The course is quite intensive as students are expected to complete the course

In addition, students have to attend the experiential learning sessions, read, study and prepare submissions and presentations, as required.

The Three Months TTC trains students to teach Yoga to all age groups, and in the management of various diseases. Highly trained teachers conduct this course.

On completion of full attendance and all other pre-requisites, an examination shall be conducted at the end of the course, after which successful students will be awarded certificates.

All lectures will be in English for the Three Month TTC and students are expected to be fluent in speaking reading and writing the language.

Our campus is managed like an ashram (hermitage) which inculcates discipline and promotes self reliance. The food served is strictly vegetarian.

DURATION

3 Months

TIMINGS

6.30 a.m. to 8.00 p.m.

Holiday: all Sundays

PREREQUISITES

7 Days Health Camp – The 7 Days Health Camp is included within 3 Months TTC Course and begins on the first day of the above mentioned dates.

The Code of Conduct will have to be followed on acceptance as a student in the 3 Months TTC.

It is expected that an atmosphere of positivity and sincerity be maintained.

No prerequisite knowledge of Yoga is necessary, however it is encouraged that students come here with an open mind to learn Classical Yoga.

REGISTRATION

Registration has to be done 3 months prior for completion of visa formalities and other residential requirements.

Please proceed with filling up the online registration form, only if you agree to the Code of Conduct.

For making online payment kindly register on the link below. Within 24 hours after registering, you will receive an email containing the link to the payment portal. You can use the link to make the payment.

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Programme7 Days Camp – “Insight into Yoga” (English / Hindi) ContentThe 7 Day Camp is an experiential introductory course to Yoga theory and practice where one would experience a

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Programme

7 Days Camp – “Insight into Yoga” (English / Hindi)

Content

The 7 Day Camp is an experiential introductory course to Yoga theory and practice where one would experience a yogic way of life. It is ideal for anyone who wants to live a yoga way of life and experience peace within. It helps you to incorporate Yogic ideals in every field of daily life.

Campers are encouraged not to leave the premises during the course and will be required to abide by the Institute’s code of conduct.

Other Residential Requirements

For residential campers, arrival at The Yoga Institute should be between 7.00 a.m. to 7.00 p.m. IST (Indian Standard Time). Please read on Hostel Facility for more details.

For making online payment kindly register on the link below. Within 24 hours after registering, you will receive an email containing the link to the payment portal. You can use the link to make the payment.

We support all credit cards. For making payments using MasterCard. Alternatively, you can also make payments using net banking or opt for wire transfer by writing to us.

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Programme7 Days Camp – “Insight into Yoga” (English / Hindi) ContentThe 7 Day Camp is an experiential introductory course to Yoga theory and practice where one would experience a

Event Details

Programme

7 Days Camp – “Insight into Yoga” (English / Hindi)

Content

The 7 Day Camp is an experiential introductory course to Yoga theory and practice where one would experience a yogic way of life. It is ideal for anyone who wants to live a yoga way of life and experience peace within. It helps you to incorporate Yogic ideals in every field of daily life.

Campers are encouraged not to leave the premises during the course and will be required to abide by the Institute’s code of conduct.

Other Residential Requirements

For residential campers, arrival at The Yoga Institute should be between 7.00 a.m. to 7.00 p.m. IST (Indian Standard Time). Please read on Hostel Facility for more details.

For making online payment kindly register on the link below. Within 24 hours after registering, you will receive an email containing the link to the payment portal. You can use the link to make the payment.

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Unlike the common understanding of the word, this Satsang is not a religious discourse.It is a public gathering at The Yoga Institute, held every Sunday from 9.30 a.m. to 10.30

Event Details

Unlike the common understanding of the word, this Satsang is not a religious discourse.

It is a public gathering at The Yoga Institute, held every Sunday from 9.30 a.m. to 10.30 a.m. in English or Hindi. Interesting topics related to yoga are presented and discussed through skits, music, etc., followed by a lecture and a question–answer session by Dr. Hansaji.

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The 1-Day Orthopaedic Camp is held every month and is suitable for Patients with all kinds of Back and Joint disorders. The emphasis is on strengthening the muscles

Event Details

The 1-Day Orthopaedic Camp is held every month and is suitable for Patients with all kinds of Back and Joint disorders. The emphasis is on strengthening the muscles and maintaining healthy routines to provide the right care for the joints. With correct posture and strengthening exercises for joints and muscles a lot of back and joint disorders can be managed. The techniques taught at this camp help to do just that. There is also medical guidance available in a special session with renowned Orthopaedic surgeons.